SUP Expedition / 950 km from Switzerland to the Netherlands / Josua Wechsler
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Years ago I had the dream to paddle on a SUP from Switzerland to the Netherlands. Always when I was close to realize this idea, something came in between. Corona changed many plans, so it was time to pick up this old dream. In April 2020 I started building a wooden SUP in my workspace in the Netherlands. In the beginning of August 2020 my journey from Switzerland to the Netherlands could finally start.
This film gives you an impression of the building process of my wood SUP and the 27 days of expedition trough Switzerland, Germany and the Netherlands (950km).
For more information please visit: www.josuawechsler.com
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I love the simplicity of your presentation. No music, just subtitles- very inspirational.
@voornaam3191
2 жыл бұрын
No over-exagerated fake emotions in an American voice, this is great. He learnt a lot in the Netherlands. Doe maar gewoon, hè?
@sisaktamas
2 жыл бұрын
I was 🤞 for the same and wasn’t disappointed. I don’t know if the idea of the journey proved it’s feasibility to me but I’m sure it was a monumental adventure. I mean I’d rather go by bike.
Good thing he did not lose the grocery cart on his first capsize. That would be a devastating setback. Cheers.. Great vid. THx
Loved every second of it. - No music, instead we got to hear to wind, raindrops and every soothing sound of the paddle wading through the water. - choice is text font was superb and perfect for the video - Pacing of each cut was fantastic, not lingering on one scene too long, almost making us crave more. - Lastly, the camera shots of your paddling away from the shore... those must've been tedious to set up. Well worth the shots though! Thank you for this!
@TheQuietBeast
Жыл бұрын
Agree on all parts. This was a most awesome video of a more awesome adventure! Great inspiration this!
I can't imagine a more difficult and uncomfortable way of doing such a long journey. Huge respect, congratulations
@dasBaum1234
2 жыл бұрын
do you remember pedalos? thats that would be a step-up haha
@DanskViking91
2 жыл бұрын
Swimming?
@antoinest-gelais8095
2 жыл бұрын
Doing exactly what he did but standing on your head the whole time
@MoebiusUK
2 жыл бұрын
Walking that distance with glass in the shoes would be more difficult and uncomfortable.
@DanskViking91
2 жыл бұрын
@@MoebiusUK i like that one! Lego's could also do the job 😂
Great ,i do like that there’s no narration commentary, just the sounds of the environment
I have no idea why for some people SUP seems to be more attractive than kayak, canoe or any boat. Moving forward on this seems to be very exhausting especially in some longer trips. Anyway I'm impressed by you achievement. Best regards from Poland!
@GALENGODIS
2 жыл бұрын
I think it is about the perspective. You get a better view than in a canoe. I'm no SUP expert, but I think that could be one of the reasons.
@Bladavia
2 жыл бұрын
Also because it's 1. Cheaper/easier to build yourself like he did. 2. Lighter and easier to drag around. As you can see in the video, the large rivers in Europe are heavily built, there are dams, locks, industries, ... so you often have to get out of the water and walk. But yeah once you're in the water, I prefer the kayak too.
@F40PHWIN
2 жыл бұрын
Check out Swift pack boats. They are a kayak/canoe hybrid. With the carbon fiber models you can have a 14 foot boat that weighs 22 pounds / 10 kg.
@bensmith4563
2 жыл бұрын
I physically couldn't do the sup id hate it I have a hard enough time keeping a canoe upright
@MK-sn9ez
2 жыл бұрын
@Hayley Nash Don’t waste money on lessons! Instead just buy a inflatable board, pump it up and learn by doing it. It’s really easy and to me it has been a great addition in life! Daily workout 🏋️
Respect. For me it’s already an adventure when I paddle on a lake.
Very cool, those initial rapids appear pretty intimidating on a stand up, some inspiration for when the world allows me to travel up that way again
What a trip and what a movie. Very inspiring.
often driven that route wondering if such a trip were possible and now we know,thanks for that. inspiring stuff.
Thank you for sharing your adventure. What makes it even more special is that you did it on a board that you made yourself. Regards from South Africa.
Beautiful story, I really enjoyed the few words, the silence, the sound of the water, and watching through your lens. Thanks!!
I don't usually write comments, but this was an amazing video, truly. The pureness of it, GREAT! It reminded me a bit of Beau Miles his videos. Keep up the travelling and building and making an living. Bless!
Thanks for sharing your adventures! Amazing to see you navigatie through these pretty rough waters.
Wow, seeing the forest marsh where i grew up 20 years ago in an equally amazing expedition is absolutely insane to me. Thank you for this!
Congratulations 👏🏻 and thanks for sharing your experience with us
Beautiful video, beautiful journey! What a worthwhile challenge! Thanks for bringing us along
Great Adventure ! You are straight guy : building a board on your own , starting with highwaters and paddling through all weater conditions . Great film , thank you . Cheers Andreas
Thank you. For taking us along on this wonderful journey.
You are amazing 🙂🤟🏼 Thank you for taking us on this journey 👏
13:05 Ahh, good to see the traditions of the old seamen are held high by having a popsicle in the water lock! ⚓🚢
I've recently taken up sup as a hobby, and I must say, this video was ever so inspiring. What a grand journey. Even made your own board. Phenomenal.
@edwardkigenza2863
2 жыл бұрын
Hi, how about visiting Tanzania and teach me how to make those great SUP
you, sir are a true inspiration. i´m hoping to also find the courage for this kind of journey someday. thank you for sharing your experience with us!
I am a frustrated adventurer. I usually travel by car but since the pandemic, I have started cycling and I appreciate "man power" more and more. Your adventure is absolutely brilliant and although I think I would love to have a water-based adventure, I felt quite anxious watching the strong currents and the large boats near to you. Perhaps I might try something in a boat instead. But kudos to you for doing this and for your video with no music spoiling the experience. The sounds of the water around you are quite wonderful.
Beautiful! Thank you for sharing your journey with us!
What an incredible adventure, my dear Josua. We were so proud to see this video, from the making of the paddle, to the struggles, to the beautiful scenery and your relationship with nature. You really are a true inspiration. Thank you for sharing this with us!
Very courageous thing to do. I paddled for 80km on the river Shannon in Ireland and that was an adventure, but this was epic 👍
That was a beautiful trip, fully in the rhythm of the elements. It was great to share that journey with you. Brilliant video
I've got a lot of respect to you! Incredible that you were able to achieve such a thing. I bet it took a lot of discipline and willpower
Respect! Living life to the fullest and exploring the beauty of the world The Most High has given us as our home! Thank you for sharing your journey!
What an epic journey! Thanks for sharing... I find it inspirational.
A beautiful adventure! Thank you so much for sharing!
Nice job and what an adventure! Thanks for sharing
Man, beautiful journey!!! Thank you for capturing this and taking us with you!! Loved every second of the video!
Hopefully this video keeps getting plays. What a trip. Great vid
Incredible trip! Congratulations!
Great Adventure. I love ur video. Silence, the River and the Rain. Thank you for this video. 💪🏻👊🏻👍🏻
Crazy guy with a wicked idea! Love this video!
The ability to build a thing, anything is cool enough! The journey, the icing on the cake, well done.
@tobo.kitelife
2 жыл бұрын
I thought of it the otherway around haha
Great adventure and great video. No music, just the sound of water and nature.
Very impressive and inspiring Trip, thanks for sharing!
I hope you enjoyed your trip? It was wacky and beautiful, the spirit of adventure is alive in you. Thank you for sharing the vid.
What an epic journey. Thanks for letting KZread viewers tag along for the ride. You must have shed some weight from all the sweating over those miles, but this is a story you will tell your grandchildren someday for sure.
This man needs million of views for this journey!
Keep moving and enjoy yourself! Great video!
What a fantastic journey. Thank you for sharing.
Respect! Thank you for sharing your great adventure 🙏
Good man! We cycled from Nice to Barcelona along the coast, slept on the beach without a tent. That was the best ever trip so far. I’ve never felt as free.
Great trip braddah! Very relaxing to enjoy your highlights and the wonderful sounds of the water and nature. Thank you and aloha from big Island, Hawaii. Praise jah!
Awesome video...love how it was edited. Now we need a full build video so I can copy!
Thanks! This makes me see my SUP as an expedition machine! 🤙🏼
Brilliant workmanship and trip!
You are an absolute legend. such an inspiring adventure. thanks for sharing this beautiful experience!
Absolutely amazing!
Incredible journey and effort. 👏well done to you and all involved. Thanks for sharing. 😁👍
Wow!!!!
Amazing adventure, great job! This will stay with you for the rest of your life.
Amazing and inspiring as well.👍🏻👍🏻
A true adventure ! Thanks !
Thanks for taking us with you
Absolutely amazing👏
27 days! Man u are a beast! I like The originality of the idea.
Beeindruckend! Danke für das Video. Amazing, Thanks 👍💪
Hi josia, wat een supergaaf avontuur man. Bedankt voor de moeite voor het maken van deze inspirerende video.
You overcome so many boundaries.. In so many levels.. The achievement. SALUTE!!
Thank you for sharing your experience. Really enjoyed the video!
Dude. That is EPIC, man. Livin the dream
Thanks for making this movie I enjoyed your adventure ❤
Amazing from start to finish!
Great film. Loved the pace, the space, the shots, the quiet, the sound, and the lack of chatter!
Fantastic! Great video, wonderful adventure 🤍
I love this kind of expedition! Adventure, nature, simplicity. So nice! I am from Switzerland and happy you started your trip in my country.
great adventure, thanks for sharing!
Love this video, thank you for sharing the journey with us. I hope I can be as lucky as you are, get back on my SUP and my kayak soon, love the sound of the water. You did it, and it is amazing!
Soooo awesome man!!! What an amazing adventure
A realy nice film of an admirable journey. I am from Duisburg and I am Happy that you found those two Guys, who showed you some of the beauty of Duisburg. Else it would be only a part of the river packed with industry and harbor.
Very great and fantastic. Thanks a lot for sharing the journey with us, I really enjoyed the video, and good luck with all your future adventures.
What an adventure. Respect to you from New Zealand Sir.
I just have to say, that board is absolutely beautiful. Good job on making it!
Wat gaaf! Erg leuk om te bekijken!
Very nice video, great adventure, thanks for sharing ❤️🙏🙏🍀
Thanks for sharing. This is amazing!
Awesome film and trip! Great job.
Great adventure, great video! Enjoyed it a lot. Best, Simon
very cool! looking forward to your next journey!
what a great adventure.....enjoyed the whole video, thanks for taking us along, regards Taro
Wauw heel gaaf om te zien. Respect
Thanks for taking the time to make and share this vid.
What an amazing project! Well done!
What an amazing journey.... Much love from Australia
@Kiwiluv4tunes
2 жыл бұрын
Oh and I’ve just subscribed because that was sik. 👍
Amazing adventure! 👏
congratulations! what a wonderful paddle
This guy is hard core doing this!!
What an incredible journey. I love my Sup but could not do what you accomplished here. Quite inspirational
Great job must feel a sense of accomplishment, and the freedom to travel. I’m Dutch but live in the states, Washington state in fact. Lots of beautiful rivers and lakes.
Outstanding work man! This is so cool to see your journey! 🤙🏽☮️
wow, well done. Also loved the narrative way (writing), could really enjoy the sounds of the surrounding! Thank you.
Wooo Incredible adventure awesome!!👏👏👏
Congratulations by your adventure, perfect, a strong skills and performance!! Good luck!! God protect you all the time!! 🙏😊💐
Super cool! Thanks for sharing.